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Best Tent Sites Near Dale Hollow Lake, KY (26)

  1. 1.

    Tuscarora Glade

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    Byrdstown, Tennessee

    Welcome to the beautiful Tennessee hills right on the edge of Kentucky and enjoy the beauty of nature and camp in our forest by the lake. Primitive camping at its best. Dale Hollow Lake offers some of Tennessee's most beautiful remote areas. The night sky up here is so clear, and the air is crisp and clean. Dale Hollow Lake is one of the cleanest in the country and the views are stunning. Please come and enjoy this wonderful land.

    Approximately 4 acres with multiple campsites all to yourself and your group with 15 acres of forest ravine total to hike on.

    Welcome to the Tuscarora Glade camping spot, right near Dale Hollow Lake. This is the perfect weekend getaway near tons of unique outdoor activities and we are excited to share it with you! Dale Hollow Lake offers some of Tennessee's most beautiful remote areas. Limited time introductory pricing.

    About the Property:

    Dale Hollow Lake is right next to the property with natural trails leading right down to the lake. It's only a 1/2 mile hike or short drive to the lovely Star Point Marina and Resort, where you can enjoy kayaking, boating and fishing. Bunkum Cave trail hike and Cordell Hull Birthplace State Park are also within driving distance of our property and make for great day trips! Hiking, swimming, kayaking, and mushroom hunting are just some of the fun outdoor activities you can enjoy during your stay. Secluded camp site in a beautiful forest glade overlooking a deep ravine. Sunsets here are gorgeous.

    We enjoy meeting new people and encourage a family-style atmosphere. Please come and enjoy this wonderful land. We hope you love the stunning sunsets, being surrounded by forest, and the ideal lake access as much as we do!

    About the Campsite:

    Hammock Campers Dream!

    The campsite provides various mostly level spots for pitching your tents and setting up camp amidst the beautiful hardwood forest that surrounds you. There are also some ideal hammock camping sites among the trees. Site will accommodate a modest pull behind camper, contact us and we can give you more details. There is a fire ring for you to use, so cozy up by the campfire and toast some marshmallows during your stay! We are a family-friendly campsite, so feel free to bring the kids. There is a garden hose on the property, though we always welcome you to bring your own drinking water as well.

    Other Things to Note:

    - Check-in is after 2pm and check-out is before 12pm

    - You can stay connected if you'd like to, as cell reception is available on our property, yet at times it can be spotty out here in the woods. There is no Wi-Fi. Feel free to unplug during your stay, though!

    - Furry friends are welcome, just keep any mess cleaned up!

    Please feel free to reach out with any questions and we look forward to your stay!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Firewood Available
    • Toilets

    $20 / night

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    Reflection Tree Art Farm

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    Allardt, Tennessee

    Reflection Tree Art Farm is a hidden paradise high upon Tennessee’s Cumberland Plateau. It’s a place where wide-open skies reflect every shade of blue by day and the milky way lights up the night, where rainbows arc to find their golden end, and red-orange sunsets take your breath away. It’s a birder’s dream and a dreamer’s little bit-o-heaven. The dreamers, Eric and Aimee Dixon, had a plan and were just getting started when Aimee was killed in a tragic auto accident. But Aimee’s spirit and their dreams live on and with the help of friends and family, Reflection Tree will continue to grow and bloom. Located northwest of Oak Ridge and Knoxville, we are a short drive north of Crossville, TN.

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    Nestled in a lovely 20-acre wood with gentle walking trails and a peaceful forest pond, your fully equipped Tentrr campsite offers everything you will need and we look forward to making your stay as carefree as possible. Your Reflection Tree experience may be a relaxing weekend camping retreat or perhaps a longer stay to enjoy some of the adventures available within easy driving distance.

    Right here at Reflection Tree you may wish to participate in one of a variety of planned classes or workshops in the arts and crafts. The big red Art Barn is currently under construction. When complete, the lower floor will be equipped with a potter’s studio, blacksmith forge and woodworking shops with classes for all skill levels. For the more advanced, we will also offer day-use of the equipment.

    The upper level of the Art Barn will provide additional accommodations to include 4 bedrooms, a kitchen and a full bathroom as well as indoor and outdoor spaces for large group gatherings, classes, etc. Reflection Tree Art Farm is also a chemical free, regenerative farm and will offer classes for those who wish to learn these techniques. We will have fresh seasonal foods available for the guests as well. Note: To make reservations for the Art Barn, please contact Eric directly at Reflection Tree Art Farm.

    For explorers and adventure seekers, Reflection Tree can be an ideal base camp for a host of opportunities within an easy drive: paddlers and climbers, hikers and nature lovers will find your paradise in some of Tennessee’s most beloved State and National Parks, including The Obed Wild and Scenic River System, https://www.nps.gov/obed/index.htm (An international Dark Sky park), Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area https://www.nps.gov/biso/index.htm and Picket State Park https://tnstateparks.com/parks/pickett, as well as a few well-kept-secret places.

    History and culture buffs will enjoy the seasonal opportunities for visitors in Muddy Pond and other nearby Mennonite and Amish Communities. https://muddypondofficial.com/ Savor the flavor of “olden times” in the country store just down the road at Clark Range or visit one of our farmer’s markets at Jamestown or Crossville.

    Just passing through and looking for a cool place to stay overnight? The I-40 exit at Crossville will get you here in just 30 minutes. Stay one night and you will want to make Reflection Tree Art Farm a destination.

    Whatever you choose to do, when the day is done, you may want to enjoy a robust craft brew or a glass of fine wine and some live entertainment at one of our local breweries or wineries.

    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Market
    • Trash

    $25 - $35 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Pleasant Grove Recreation Area
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    Pleasant Grove Recreation Area

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    Allons, Tennessee

    Overview

    Pleasant Grove Recreation Area is a day-use facility, located along the shores of Dale Hollow Lake in the hills of Tennessee.

    Recreation

    Dale Hollow is renowned for its fishing opportunities. In addition to yielding the world record smallmouth bass and being known as a trophy smallmouth lake, the Obey River below Dale Hollow Dam is also known for excellent rainbow and brown trout fishing. Boating and water skiing are also popular activities, and with 27,700 surface acres of water and 620 miles of shoreline, there is plenty of space for visitors to explore the lake. A boat launch is provided. Pleasant Grover also offers a picnic area with a reservable shelter, located on a beautiful peninsula with exceptional views of Dale Hollow Dam.

    Facilities

    Pleasant Grove Recreation Area offers a large group picnic shelter with five picnic tables and grills. Flush toilets and drinking water are also provided. A boat ramp provides convenient lake access.

    Natural Features

    Dale Hollow Dam and Lake was completed in 1943. Although the dam was built for flood control and power generation, it has now become a recreational oasis for more than 3 million visitors each year. The dam is located on the Obey River, about 3 miles east of Celina, Tennessee. Surrounded by a thick expanse of forest, the clear blue lake creates a stunning scenic backdrop for a variety of water and land recreational activities. In the late fall through early spring, the American Bald Eagle can be spotted flying overhead or perched on low-lying limbs. Dale Hollow hosts the second largest wintering eagle population in the states of Tennessee and Kentucky.

    Nearby Attractions

    The Dale Hollow National Fish Hatchery is adjacent to the dam. Operated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the hatchery is the largest federal trout hatchery east of the Mississippi, producing 1.5 million trout annually. The hatchery is open to visitors daily.

    Charges & Cancellations

    Full rules and reservation policies for fees associated with changes and cancellations can be found at https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies__ There is no fee to make a reservation. Customers who cancel a group day-use facility reservation (picnic shelter) less than 14 days before the arrival date will forfeit the total day-use fee. No-shows forfeit the entire day-use fee for a day-use facility. Applicable fees, including service/cancellation fees and change fees, are non-refundable and subject to change. No refunds for recreation use fees may be made at the campground.

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    $30 / night

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      Mitchell Creek - Primitive Site

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      Dale Hollow Lake, Kentucky

      This is a Boat-In Site. Tent Camping ONLY. Please bring garbage bags. This site is Pack It In-pack it Out. Bring your own drinking water.

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        Donaldson Park

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        Dale Hollow Lake, Kentucky

        Overview

        Donaldson Park is located within the city limits of Celina, Tennessee, next to the Obey River Tailwater. A variety of recreational activities abound, including boating, fishing and picnicking.

        Natural Features:

        The park is made up of broad, grassy areas surrounded by large shade trees. An abundance of wildlife can be seen in the area, including white-tailed deer, bald eagles and the occasional beaver.

        Recreation:

        Fishing is a very popular activity on the Obey River, which is stocked with nearly 60,000 rainbow trout annually. Brown and brook trout are stocked as well.

        The park offers many amenities for visitors. A boat ramp, playground, fitness trail, marble yard and volleyball, basketball and tennis courts are all found on-site.

        Facilities:

        Two accessible picnic shelters with electric hookups are available for reservation at Donaldson Park. Flush toilets and drinking water are also provided.

        Nearby Attractions:

        The National Rolley Hole Marble Championship and Festival is held in nearby Standing Stone State Park. This traditional marbles contest draws some of the countrys best to a tournament where players match wit and skills with special flint spheres on a smooth dirt surface. The festival includes games for kids, marble making, tournament play, demonstrations, music and food.

        • Electric Hookups
        • Reservable
        • ADA Access
        • Tents
        • Group
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        Tailwater Rec Area

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        Carthage, Tennessee

        Overview

        Tailwater Recreation Area is located just below Cordell Hull Lake and Dam on the Cumberland River System, outside the town of Carthage, TN. The lake itself was named after one of America's outstanding statesmen and one of Tennessee's finest volunteers. Hull was born in a log cabin in the foothills of the Cumberland Mountains. Families and friends enjoy coming to the lake for boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, hunting and relaxing in the outdoors. Click here for a virtual tour of the Cordell Hull Lake facilities.

        Recreation

        Boating and fishing opportunities abound on the Cumberland River below the dam. Cordell Hull Lake is a 12,000-acre lake that stretches 72 miles upstream and has 381 miles of shoreline, offering recreational activities for just about any type of visitor. Anglers enjoy fishing for white bass, rockfish, largemouth bass, catfish, shad, and crappie. Boating, sailing, water skiing and jet skiing are popular activities on the water.

        Facilities

        This day-use area offers one large, group shelter. Amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, a playground, interpretive trail and boat ramp.

        Natural Features

        The Cumberland River runs along the park, which is wooded with a mix of shady maple, hickory, oak, beech, and chestnut trees. The lake is situated among scenic rolling hills. Summer temperatures range from the 60s to the 90s. Wildlife is abundant around the lake. Whitetail deer, wild turkeys, quail, squirrels, rabbits, and a wide variety of waterfowl are commonly seen throughout the area.

        Nearby Attractions

        The historic town of Granville, TN is a 45-minute drive from the campground. Visitors enjoy celebrating the town's Heritage Day annually in May. Events include the Uncle Jimmy Thompson Bluegrass Festival, antique car and tractor shows, and Confederate Civil War living history presentations.

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        • Tents
        • Group

        $50 / night

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